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Cleaning up our environment 14 Feb 2024

Mangrove survey launched

Few plants spark as much debate as mangroves. A survey is underway to find out more.

Libraries 14 Feb 2024

Point Chevalier interim library delayed

Despite reaching agreement for a lease at a Great North Road site, council has been informed that the business leasing the location is currently under negotiation for sale, and no longer available for lease.

Council news 13 Feb 2024

Join the conversation: Input into designs for Onehunga’s new public spaces

New public plazas, green spaces, realigned public parking and safer walking connections are just a few of the ideas set to transform Onehunga’s Waiapu Precinct.

City Centre Waterfront 13 Feb 2024

GDP and employment data shows city centre outpacing NZ for second consecutive year

For the second year in a row, Auckland’s high-achieving city centre has outpaced New Zealand in both GDP and employment growth.

Community 8 Feb 2024

North Shore youth get a seat at the democratic table

North Shore youth are about to have a voice in local democracy thanks to a new initiative by Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

Beaches 2 Feb 2024

Recovery team steps in to protect beach

Watercare is working hard to repair a pipe that has failed, closing Howick Beach.

Community 1 Feb 2024

Mental health takes the front seat in Takapuna

A new seat installed by the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board in Takapuna’s Waiwharariki Anzac Square is helping people to talk about their mental health.

Akl Paths 1 Feb 2024

10 parks to explore in Auckland's city centre

Did you know that there are ten parks or green spaces within one km of the Auckland Town Hall?

Events

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Secrets Under the Sea - Northcote Library

The Auckland Libraries Secrets Under the Sea school holiday programme at Northcote Library is fun...

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Secrets under the Sea at Albany Village Library

Join the fun sea themed activities during this school holidays.

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Secrets Under The Sea Holiday Programme at Waiheke Library

Join Waiheke Library and get ready for an adventure exploring an underwater world of wonder

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Secrets under the sea: School holiday programme

Check out some great events for what is available these school holidays.

13 Apr 2024 - 11 May 2024

The Great Piratical Rumbustification

Join our young hero, Oliver Terrapin, as he opens up the doors of his oblivious parents’ home for...

13 Apr 2024 - 25 May 2024

Wildeye: A female gaze into nature

Wildeye: A female gaze into nature by artist Robbi Carvalho explores the deep connection between...

12 Apr 2024 - 20 Apr 2024

Cherish - By Ken Duncum

A play about loss - about what we had or couldn't have.

12 Apr 2024 - 02 May 2024

Connected Disconnect

Enter the captivating world of Robyn Wilkinson's debut exhibition, Connected Disconnect.